Captain

Captain – Crest Industries Aviation Department Location:

Within 1.5 hours of Pineville, Louisiana

Position Type:

Full-Time

Travel:

Overnight travel required (average once per week); some on-call duties

Reports To:

Chief Pilot

About Crest Industries

Crest Industries has been a cornerstone of innovation and reliability since 1958, growing into a vertically integrated family of companies that deliver solutions across electric utility, industrial services, distribution, specialty chemicals, and natural resources. The company proudly operates as an extension of its clients’ teams, offering streamlined execution from concept to completion.

At its core, Crest is built on three enduring strengths:

A solid foundation of experience, relationships, and expertise

Commitment to innovation, constantly seeking better ways to serve

The Right People, hired for cultural fit and equipped to grow personally and professionally

Our Culture & Values

Owning doing the right thing

Winning together

Questioning the status quo

Rising to the challenge

Crest is nationally recognized for its investment in people, with award-winning leadership and talent development programs designed to build capability and sustain a strong team culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Captain to join our Aviation team. This position reports directly to the Chief Pilot and is integral to ensuring the safe, efficient, and professional transport of Crest employees and clients. The successful candidate will serve as a Pilot in Command (PIC), uphold the highest aviation standards, and act as a culture and safety ambassador for Crest Industries.

Key Responsibilities

As a Captain at Crest Industries, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of company aircraft while embodying the values and culture of the organization. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Flight Operations

Conduct comprehensive flight planning and preparation, including weather analysis, routing, and performance considerations

File and manage flight plans in accordance with FAA and company protocols

Ensure full compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), internal SOPs, and safety procedures

Conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight inspections and documentation

Operate aircraft systems including Satcom Direct, navigation, and communication equipment

Maintain flight proficiency, knowledge of normal and emergency procedures, and CRM standards

Passenger and Crew Management

Represent Crest Industries with professionalism and discretion to all passengers and crew

Brief passengers on flight details and safety protocols

Provide strong leadership to fellow crew members and foster a respectful, team-based environment

Aircraft Oversight & Coordination

Coordinate with maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft readiness

Maintain and submit accurate flight logs and reports

Monitor aircraft systems, fuel performance, and ensure all documentation is current

Communications & Collaboration

Liaise with air traffic control (ATC), dispatch, and ground support throughout operations

Participate in safety reviews, operational debriefings, and department meetings

Provide on-call flexibility and availability for short-notice travel when required

Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Identify and proactively address potential safety risks

Stay current with aviation best practices, training, and regulatory changes

Support and model Crest’s high standards of compliance, continuous improvement, and leadership

Minimum Qualifications

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate

Multi-Engine Rating

Minimum 3,000 total flight hours

Minimum 1,000 hours in turbine jet aircraft

Valid Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate

Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and safety procedures

Experience with Satcom Direct systems

Clean FAA and MVR records — no accidents or violations

Must live within 1.5 hours of Pineville, Louisiana or be willing to relocate

Willingness to travel overnight weekly and be available for some on-call operations

Ideal Candidate Profile

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate will also have:

5,000+ total flight hours

Type rating in the Falcon 2000EX EASy series

At least 500 hours of time in Falcon 2000 aircraft

Familiarity with Dassault Falcon systems and avionics

Proven leadership abilities and experience managing flight operations or crews

A deep personal commitment to safety, reliability, and service excellence

Crest Operations is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Crest Operations is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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